Questions About Electromagnetic Radiation from Electricl Discharge

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the relationship between electromagnetic radiation from electrical discharges and its classification within the realms of Quantum Mechanics and classical electromagnetic physics. Participants explore the implications of Maxwell's equations and the relevance of different models of electromagnetic study, including particle and wave models.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory
  • Technical explanation
  • Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • A participant questions whether the study of electromagnetic radiation from electrical discharges falls under Quantum Mechanics or classical electromagnetic physics.
  • There is a mention of two models for studying electromagnetic phenomena: the particle model and the wave model, with uncertainty about which is more accurate or applicable in specific contexts.
  • Another participant asserts that Maxwell's electrodynamics is a classical theory, implying a distinction from Quantum Mechanics.
  • A participant expresses interest in applying Maxwell's equations to model electromagnetic radiation from electrical discharges, specifically using air as a dielectric and metal as electrodes, with voltages in the kilovolt range.
  • One reply suggests that Quantum Mechanics may not be necessary for the participant's work, questioning the need for quantum considerations in their analysis.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express differing views on the necessity of Quantum Mechanics in the study of electromagnetic radiation from electrical discharges, with some asserting that classical theories suffice while others remain uncertain about the relationship between the two fields.

Contextual Notes

There is a lack of consensus on the applicability of Quantum Mechanics versus classical electromagnetic theory in this context, and participants have not fully resolved the implications of Maxwell's equations in relation to Quantum Mechanics.

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Hi all,

I am a newbie reseacher postgrad.

My work will be the title above and is anyone know whether it falls in Quantum Mechanics or general Electromagnetic physics?

Actually what is so different in Quantum Mechanics since I saw it seems having some corrrection in EM radiation/photon theory of classical physics. Does it means most ppl digging knowledge in this field will be always heading to Quantum Mechanics at the end?

I know that there are 2 model of EM study, say, Particle model and Wave model. but which one is crystal true and how to decide which to be used in particular study?

How about the 4 Maxwell euqations that trying to represent EM radiation?
Did Maxwell's stuff relates to Quantum Mechanics? I do not see any cross refrence since it's rare that a writer is discussing both topic in one book.

Need experts of EM stuff to help me... blur... like swimming in the ocean and see no lands...
 
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Modelling electric discharges EM radiation?What medium,what model and parameters?

JOHNYEOH said:
Did Maxwell's stuff relates to Quantum Mechanics? I do not see any cross refrence since it's rare that a writer is discussing both topic in one book.

No.
Maxwell's electrodynamics is classical theory
 
I came across the terms

electrodynamic
hydrodynamic

i wan to apply maxwell to the EM radiation from electrical discharge with AIR as dielectric and Metal as Eletrodes. Voltage in KiloVolt range
 
Than apply it.
You have my permission . I think you don't need any QM in the work you are interested in.Is this good news to you ?:smile:
Are you going to analize something like the relaxation of the Hertz dipole,with breakdown of air?
 
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